What is more important than the safety of your children? I spend as much as I can possibly afford (and more) on getting the best car seats. Moving to a booster seat is no exception. I actually even keep my child in their car seat as long as they fit, even though boosters are so much easier. This booster is a great price and has all the bells and whistles.

For a long time I wondered what the difference between those seats that do nothing more than elevate the child, and the high-back boosters. The answer is neck protection. In a side impact collision, this seat has Air Protect that works to diminish the force of the crash. It also has a second layer of defence, which allows air to escape from the headrest, channelling more crash energy away from your child.

For comfort’s sake there are padded, pivoting headrests, a removable, washable (so important, let me tell you!) full wrap fabric newsboy pattern pad, and a multi-position, adjustable padded headrest with deep-sided wings. If you are interested in a backless booster, this seat converts to that as well, which is great for moving it from vehicle to vehicle or taking it on trips where you might be on a plane then in a vehicle. There is also a slide-out cupholder on each side, which is probably the most important thing of all!

Your child should not move to a booster seat until they are at least four years old AND 40 lb. AND 40 in. My middle son is five, but he is tiny and slim. I think he’ll be ten before he gets out of his carseat.

The reviews are great for this seat, based on quality and comfort and very quick delivery by Costco.